The Sales Agronomist collaborates with farmers and crop researchers to conduct detailed analysis of crop data. The incumbent needs to maintain a deep understanding and knowledge of crop production, soil control and soil management to drive a higher crop yield. He/she will be responsible for providing agronomic product support and advice in order to sell products to customers and will develop long-term relationships with both existing and new customers.
Who are we:
- We're a growing company in an essential sector – agriculture!
- We provide our customers with poultry, swine, and dairy feeds, performance ingredient solutions, conventional and specialty eggs, grain, fertilizer, and allied services in the Mid-Atlantic Region.
- We've grown steadily since 1944 from a single location to ten feed milling locations in two states.
- Over 450 team members now call The Wenger Group home.
- We provide ample room for career growth and advancement.
- Additional information can be found at our web site: https://www.thewengergroup.com
What will you do:
- Develop and implement long-term agronomic plans to maximize crop production, plant nutrients and soil health and harvesting techniques
- Assess crop production on the farm and take and test samples (seed, plant and soil) to identify better crop solutions and farming practices
- Test samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes
- Assist with plant sourcing, testing and selection
- Research and promote agricultural strategies to counter the effects of changes in soil, climate, weather and pest damage
- Evaluate and provide recommendations to improve seed quality
- Provide seed and fertilizer advice and present research to farmers regarding crops
- Develop planting and irrigation schedules, budgets and timelines
- Perform quality control for seed caliber and soil standards
- Keep records of research, testing and results for each farm and customer
- Identify prospective buyers and sales to be made in designated region
- Construct sale proposals and contracts
- Organize various marketing activities
- Prepare status reports, analysis and data presentations
- Conduct training on products and techniques through education presentations for customers and business
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and analytical
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong research, decision making critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Awareness of industry trends, technology and developments
• Sales and presentation skills
• Commitment to develop a safe culture
• Demonstrates Wenger's Core Values; Integrity, Quality, Respect, Safety & Stewardship.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. on occasion
• Ability to work outside, stand, walk, kneel and stoop for extended periods
Position Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in agronomy, crop or soil science or other related field
• At least 2-4 years of work experience in agronomy
• Strong customer relations by providing professional agronomic service and advice
• High knowledge of agronomic marketing and development plans to support org plans
• Minimum of 2 years in sales
• In-depth knowledge of soil and crop principles
• Background knowledge in fertilizer and agriculture
Benefits you will have:
- Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days of employment
- 401(k) plan with an employer match
- Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Basic Life/AD&D
- Voluntary Life
- Flexible Spending
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Easter Hams
- Thanksgiving Turkeys
- Tuition Reimbursement
- CDL Tuition Reimbursement
- Wenger Scholarship Program
- Uniform and/or Corporate Wear
- Tool and Boot Allowances
- Recognition Awards
- Employee Perks Program
- Training & Development Opportunities
- Celebratory giveaways throughout the year
- Sign on Bonus (eligible positions)
- Employee Referral Bonus (after 90 days of successful employment)
- Each team member has the potential to earn a yearly bonus based on the achievement of company goals.
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